Greek Chicken Gyros

 

Greek Chicken Gyros are a perfect blend of Mediterranean flavors, combining the savory, marinated chicken with fresh, vibrant vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. This dish not only offers a delicious meal but also a glimpse into the rich culinary traditions of Greece. The magic begins with marinating the chicken, allowing it to soak up all the incredible flavors before being grilled to perfection.

The journey to mouth-watering Greek Chicken Gyros starts with a simple yet flavorful marinade. The key ingredients include minced garlic, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Greek yogurt, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. The marinade works its magic as it infuses the boneless, skinless chicken thigh fillets with robust flavors. The longer the chicken marinates, ideally up to 12 hours, the more intense the taste becomes. This step is crucial for achieving that authentic Greek taste.

No Greek Chicken Gyro is complete without tzatziki sauce. This tangy and refreshing sauce is made by grating cucumbers and squeezing out the excess liquid to ensure the right consistency. The grated cucumber is then mixed with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Allowing the sauce to sit for at least 20 minutes helps the flavors meld together, resulting in a creamy, zesty accompaniment that elevates the gyro experience.

To complement the marinated chicken and tzatziki, a fresh salad of diced tomatoes, cucumbers, finely chopped red onion, and parsley is prepared. This salad adds a burst of freshness and crunch to the dish. Seasoned with salt and pepper, it brings the whole gyro together in perfect harmony.

Greek Chicken Gyros

Ingredients

• 2 lb / 1 kg chicken thigh fillets , boneless skinless
  MARINADE
• 3 large garlic cloves , minced (~ 3 tsp)
• 1 tbsp white wine vinegar (or red wine or apple cider vinegar)
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt , preferably full fat
• 1 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• Black pepper

TZATZIKI

• 2 cucumbers (to make about 1/2 – 3/4 cup grated cucumber after squeezing out juice)
• 1 1/4 cups Greek yoghurt , preferably full fat
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (or more if you want richer)
• 1 garlic clove , minced
• 1/4 tsp salt
• Black pepper

SALAD

•  tomatoes , desseeded and diced
• 3 cucumbers , diced
• 1/2 red spanish onion , peeled and finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves (optional)
• Salt and pepper

TO SERVE

• 4 to 6 pita breads or flat breads

Instructions:

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